Later in October 2014, the Miracle will be based in Long Beach year round. Carnival Legend will replace Miracle in its summertime Alaska cruises from 2015.

In March of 2015 the "Miracle" will be heading into dry dock to receive its Fun Ship 2.0 upgrades. These upgrade will include RedFrog Pub, Alchemy Bar, Playlist Productions, Seuss at Sea, Hasbro the Game Show, Cherry on Top, New Sports Bar, and Spin U.

At approximately 3 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 26 2013 during an eight-day voyage of Carnival Miracle, an 18-year-old male guest died in his cabin. It has been speculated that alcohol was involved in his death, though autopsy reports have returned inconclusive.[10]